New work hours laws proposed for South Africa
South Africa’s labour law framework could soon change in a way that directly affects how shifts are scheduled and cancelled,...
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Sin tax hikes to lift tobacco and wine prices from April
South Africans can expect higher prices for tobacco products and many alcoholic beverages, including wine, after National Treasury confirmed an...
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South Africa’s debt set to stabilise for first time in 17 years
South Africa’s government debt is expected to stabilise this financial year for the first time since the period following the...
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Home Affairs launches MEETS visa scheme for major events
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has launched a new visa initiative aimed at making it easier for large international...
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VAT registration threshold raised to R2.3 million in South Africa
South Africa’s compulsory VAT registration threshold will rise from R1 million in taxable turnover to R2.3 million, a major adjustment...
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South Africa secures return of 11 men lured into Russia Ukraine war
South Africa has secured the return of 11 men who the government says were lured into the battle lines between...
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Wanatu becomes first e-hailing platform registered nationally in South Africa
Wanatu has become the first e-hailing platform in South Africa to complete the National Public Transport Regulator registration process under...
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Bigger Eskom electricity price shock expected from April
South Africa’s electricity bills are set for another jump from 1 April 2026 after the National Energy Regulator of South...
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Budget 2026 could mark a fiscal turning point for South Africa
South Africa is heading into one of the most closely watched Budget weeks in years, with Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana...
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Petrol and diesel prices likely to rise in March
South African motorists are facing a likely fuel price increase in March after mid to late February indicators turned negative....
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